Liz halted but didn't turn around, a mixture of emotions visible in the tension of her shoulders. "What is it, Gabriel?" she inquired, her voice guarded.
Gabriel took a step closer, his expression earnest. "I know it's been difficult for you, but don't be blind to reality."
Liz finally turned to face him, her eyes revealing a mix of disappointment and sadness.
A few steps behind them, Tristan followed with casual indifference.
"Do you now realize that Lucian was just using you? To enter Wolfdale and obtain the Blood of the Moon, Lucian without hesitation deceived humans to exploit them, whether for their blood or their emotions, like yours," Gabriel chuckled with a sense of satisfaction.
Liz clenched her jaw in frustration, her emotions caught in a turbulent whirlwind.
